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Easy Grilled Chicken

This easy grilled chicken recipe delivers juicy and flavorful chicken every time. Brining and simple seasoning are the keys to success!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 4 breasts
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts Or 8 thighs
Brine
  • 4 cups warm water For brine
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt For brine
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar For brine
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed For brine
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Coats chicken
  • 1 tsp salt Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Seasoning
  • 1 tsp paprika Adds color
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano Herbal note
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper Optional heat

Method
 

  1. Dissolve salt and brown sugar in warm water with smashed garlic to create the brine.
  2. Submerge the chicken in the brine for 30 minutes.
  3. Pat the chicken dry and rub with mixed spices.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
  5. Grill chicken for 7 minutes without moving.
  6. Flip and cook for 6 minutes until 165°F.
  7. Rest the chicken under foil for 5 minutes.

Notes

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature.